Heat Pumps

Air-source Heat Pumps

An air-source heat pump can cut your heating costs and increase efficiency during the spring and fall heating seasons. Approximately 75% of heating hours in our area are 10 degrees or above; the air-source heat pump is approximately 200% efficient at 10 degrees.

Incorporating an air-source heat pump with a storage furnace increases efficiency because the furnace is electronically programmed to assist the heat pump.

Incorporating an air-source heat pump with a gas or oil furnace increases efficiency because the furnace is designed to be most efficient in colder temperatures. The 200% efficient heat pump carries the heating load in warmer temperatures when your furnace is least efficient.

Heat pumps and air conditioners can be controlled and metered for our controlled load rates.

Ground-source Heat Pumps

A ground-source heat pump does not burn any fuel to create heat. It simply transfers the earth’s energy to your home. At the earth’s constant temperature of 40 to 50 degrees, a loop through the earth, coupled with an indoor heat pump (about the size of a conventional furnace), provides 300% efficient heat. The heat pump can be connected to ductwork or hydronic tubing.

In the summer, you flip the switch to reverse a ducted system for air conditioning.

Let MLEC help you determine the best program for you. For more info, contact Energy Services at 218-429-0432 or 888-433-4279.

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